After seeing their hopes for elections in late 2021 crushed, Libyans are growing frustrated at the incompetence of the political class and its failure to resolve
the country’s ongoing crises. Libyans perceive foreign actors as contributors to,
if not inciters of, the conflict and want to see Libyan-led efforts to reconcile the
country’s divisions. Trust in most political institutions is diminishing and belief
in the prevalence of corruption is high. Libyans are generally dissatisfied with
the government’s performance and public services, though evaluations have
improved slightly compared to the ratings in 2019. The economic situation in
Libya has deteriorated with inflation and liquidity issues hindering people’s abilities to meet their basic needs. At the same time, there has been a significant
decline in optimism regarding the country’s economic future while perceptions
of inequality are increasing.
